#16: Embracing Imperfection and Productivity
The relentless pursuit of perfection can be a paralyzing endeavor. Even the slightest mistake can trigger the compulsion to start over, leading to a cycle of anxiety and self-disappointment. However, there’s a valuable lesson from this relentless quest for perfection: sometimes, it’s essential to power through and accept the inevitability of small mistakes.
What you deem merely “good” work might be viewed by others as their “best.” We often find ourselves to be our harshest critics, a tendency that warrants toning down. Embracing that small mistakes can coexist with good work is a liberating perspective. Waiting for perfection is akin to an endless waiting game, as human nature is inherently imperfect.